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Our 15 Favourite Ethiopia Trekking Tours

24 tours  ·  from $96 a head

Good ethiopia trekking tours fill up months ahead and the permitted ones go first. Below: the 15 to book early, what each includes and how they differ.

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Trekking at Bale Mountains 3 Days

1.Trekking at Bale Mountains 3 Days

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 28 reviews · from $1,538Our pick

Fly from Addis Ababa to Bale Goba for three days of guided walks, wildlife watching and mountain scenery. Visit Dinsho, Sanetti Plateau, Tullu Deemtu and Harenna Forest, with chances to see Ethiopian wolves, mountain nyala and Bale monkeys. Guides may include Mohamed, Ibrahim, Mamush or Ayouba.

“A wonderful and absolutely special place to go. A unique experience with nature. And our guide Mohamed - perfect English - made it even better. He knows everything about the area and with him we got to find 2 Ethiopian wolfs!!!! Big recommendation”

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3 Days Bale Mountains trekking - Day 2: Sanetti Plateau and Ethiopia’s highest highland road
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3 Days Bale Mountains Trekking

2.3 Days Bale Mountains Trekking

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 19 reviews · from $410

Spend three days exploring Bale Mountains National Park with a local guide, two hotel nights, breakfast, flights, and Addis Ababa transfers. You will hike through woodland, search for Ethiopian wolves on the 4,000-meter Sanetti Plateau, pass Tullu Deemtu, and reach Harenna Forest. Small groups are capped at 12 people.

“The Bale Mountains National Park is nothing but breathtaking – so it’s even worth a trip if you have the worst guide ever. Don’t read reviews – just go there!”

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4 days semien mountain national park trekking, - Leaving Gondar for Debark and Sankaber
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4 days semien mountain national park trekking,

3.4 days semien mountain national park trekking,

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 11 reviews

This four-day trek takes you from Gondar into Simien Mountains National Park, with camping at Sankaber and a route toward Geech Camp. An English-speaking guide, scout, cook, tents, meals, transport, and park fees are included. Adem and Jackson are associated with the guiding team, but confirm your exact crew before departure.

“This was one of the best experiences of my entire life. North Ethiopian crew made sure that everything ran smoothly, taking best care of us. The hike just breathtaking. Food was good too. All of the members of the crew were the kindest hRead more”

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6 Days Bale Mountains Trekking - Day 2: The 18-kilometer walk to Sodota
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6 Days Bale Mountains Trekking

4.6 Days Bale Mountains Trekking

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 10 reviews · from $488

Trek Ethiopia’s Bale Mountains over six days with Armaye Ethiopia Tours. Expect wildlife around Dinsho, high camps at up to 3,900 meters, volcanic ridges, glacial scenery, and a final walk through Harenna Forest. Guides such as Awel and Awol have led similar trips, with camps, meals, transport, and park fees included.

“Honestly Ethiopia was not he reason we traveled to Africa but ended up being the highlight of our trip. The Bale Mountains and the people we encountered there were all delightfull.”

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5-Day Northern Ethiopia Tour : 3D Simien Mountains Trek & Axum. - Axum’s stelae and royal remains on day one
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5-Day Northern Ethiopia Tour : 3D Simien Mountains Trek & Axum.

5.5-Day Northern Ethiopia Tour : 3D Simien Mountains Trek & Axum.

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 9 reviews · from $471

Travel from Axum to Gondar with ARRE Tours and Travel on a private five-day route. See Axum’s stelae, royal tombs, ancient inscriptions, and sacred churches, then trek three days through the Simien Mountains from Sankaber to Chenek. Guides such as Arre and Solomon have led similar northern Ethiopia journeys.

“Review of Salomon from ARRE Tours and Travel – Ethiopia”

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Simien Mountains Trekking Adventure - Day 2: The ridge walk to Geech and the Jinbar River
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Simien Mountains Trekking Adventure

6.Simien Mountains Trekking Adventure

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 8 reviews · from $338

You’ll hike from Debark into Simien National Park with a guide and scout, camp at Sankaber and Geech, watch for gelada baboons, cross Giant Lobelia plateaus, and reach Imet Gogo at 3,926 meters. Dezy’s team arranges transport, supplies, tents, meals, and park fees, with English and German-speaking guides available.

“My husband and I booked an individual 6 day hike in the Simien mountains through Dezy and we LOVED the experience! For a reasonable price, they met us at the airport in Gondar, and for six days of hiking, provided delicious meals, tents, sleRead more”

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4 Days Trekking to Simien Mountain National Park - Sankaber to Gich, with the Jinbar waterfall
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4 Days Trekking to Simien Mountain National Park

7.4 Days Trekking to Simien Mountain National Park

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 7 reviews · from $275

Trek from Gondar into Simien Mountains National Park with a small group of up to eight. You’ll walk the escarpment, see gelada baboons and giant lobelia, visit Gich village for coffee, and climb high viewpoints near Buwahit. Solomon and guide Jon are named contacts associated with the operator, Ethio Target Tours.

“My friends and I had a wonderful time. Our tour guide was extremely friendly and knowledgeable. He was very flexible when we requested changes to our itinerary. We learned a lot, saw some amazing sites and had an experience we won’t soon forget!”

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3-days Scheduled Lalibela Churches & Abune Yosef Trekking - Day two: Tegu Kebele and the 4,200-meter summit
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3-days Scheduled Lalibela Churches & Abune Yosef Trekking

8.3-days Scheduled Lalibela Churches & Abune Yosef Trekking

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 7 reviews · from $350

Spend three days hiking from Lalibela to Abune Yosef, with visits to Asheton Maryam, mountain villages, Tegu Kebele, and the UNESCO churches. Guides such as Sammy, Sami, Joseph, and Moges have led this route. Expect 45 kilometers of walking, a 4,280-meter summit, village meals, coffee, gelada baboons, and simple overnight lodging.

“During our research project, me and other 8 friends found Eco Access Trekking company and decided to join!”

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3 Days Trekking Simien Mountains Tours - Day one: Gondar, Debark, Buytras, and Sankabar
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3 Days Trekking Simien Mountains Tours

9.3 Days Trekking Simien Mountains Tours

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 6 reviews · from $250

You’ll trek from Gondar through Simien Mountains National Park with an official scout, camping at Sankabar and Geech before reaching Imet Gogo. Expect high-altitude walking, Gelada baboons, Jinbar Waterfall, giant lobelia, and dramatic sunset views. Solomon, Rebecca, Andualem, and Tegegn are among the Ethio Target Tours team members associated with the company, though your exact guide is not specified.

“I recommend contacting a Salomon representative. A wonderful mountain trip, good guides and all the staff. Wonderful mountain views, lots of great photos. I definitely recommend it.”

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2 Days Simien Mountains Trekking - Day one: an easy introduction along the northern escarpment
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2 Days Simien Mountains Trekking

10.2 Days Simien Mountains Trekking

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 6 reviews · from $295

Travel from Gondar to Simien Mountains National Park with a guide, scout, and mule support. Walk along escarpments, spot gelada baboons, see a 500-meter waterfall, and return to Gondar in two days. The route requires moderate fitness, and road conditions can be rough.

“All the personnel supporting this trip were outstanding in their friendliness, knowledge and attentiveness.”

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Trekking in Ethiopia's Lalibela Wollo Highland 4 Days / 3 Nights - Meskel brings birds and gelada baboons
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Trekking in Ethiopia’s Lalibela Wollo Highland 4 Days / 3 Nights

11.Trekking in Ethiopia’s Lalibela Wollo Highland 4 Days / 3 Nights

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 6 reviews · from $500

Join guide Maereg of Extraordinary Ethiopia Tours for a private four-day trek through the Wollo Highlands near Lalibela. Walk between community guesthouses, see gelada baboons and highland birds, visit Mekuat Maryam, and share meals with local communities. The pace is active, the scenery is wide open, and the experience favors village life over polished tourism.

“I finally give my feedback about my experience! I went in Ethiopia between October and November 2019 with I friend and we have choosen Maereg as our guide for a 4 days trek.”

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Northern Ethiopia & Trekking Simien Mountains , 10 Days - Lake Tana and the Blue Nile Falls
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Northern Ethiopia & Trekking Simien Mountains , 10 Days

12.Northern Ethiopia & Trekking Simien Mountains , 10 Days

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 5 reviews · from $2,358

Travel privately from Addis Ababa through Bahir Dar, Gondar, the Simien Mountains, and Lalibela. You’ll see Lake Tana monasteries, Blue Nile Falls, royal castles, Gelada baboons, and rock-hewn churches, with local guides, transport, hotels, breakfasts, and selected meals arranged for you. Guides connected with the operator include Malease and Spanish-speaking Dawit Tilahun.

“Ethio tours , Best tour and Travel Agency in Bahir Dar”

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Simien Mountains National Park – 7 Day Trek - Day 2: Jinbar waterfall, forests, and Geech village
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Simien Mountains National Park – 7 Day Trek

13.Simien Mountains National Park – 7 Day Trek

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 5 reviews · from $900

You will trek seven days across Ethiopia’s Simien Mountains National Park, starting and ending in Gondar. Expect five full hiking days, two shorter days, tent camping, steep climbs, and elevations from 2,000 to 4,200 meters. Gelada monkeys, Walia ibex, waterfalls, village coffee, and huge canyon views are the rewards. Alex can help tailor arrangements to your needs.

“Last month my fiancé and I spent 2 weeks in Ethiopia. It was fantastic experience, in which our guide and driver were great. Alex (the manager) helped us to plan our perfect trip taking into consideration of our budget. He made our experieRead more”

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Day trek to Simien Mountain - Entering the park at Buit Ras
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Day trek to Simien Mountain

14.Day trek to Simien Mountain

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 5 reviews · from $164

Leave Gondar at 8:30 am for Debark, secure park permission, then drive to Buit Ras for a 3 to 4 hour trek toward Chilkuwanit. A professional guide, scout, lunch, water, and round-trip transport are included. Expect big mountain views and a chance to see Gelada baboons, ravens, hawks, or jackals.

“What a WONDERFUL experience it was! Booking on Viator was a breeze and after that I believe my tour was organized by Ethio Travel and Tour (ETT) via the agent Malese, but executed by Simien Eco Tours, who provided the AWD vehicle (ToyotRead more”

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2 Nights 3 Days Trek to Semien Mountain - What $400 includes, and where the value lies
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2 Nights 3 Days Trek to Semien Mountain

15.2 Nights 3 Days Trek to Semien Mountain

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4 reviews · from $400

You’ll leave Gondar at 8:00 am with an English-speaking guide and scout, collect your park permit in Debark, and trek through the Simien Mountains for three days. Expect high-altitude camps, Gelada baboons, Jinbar Waterfall, giant lobelia, Lammergeier vultures, and a final view from Imet Gogo. Ask if Tsehaynew is available to guide your trip.

“We spent an incredible 3-day trip to Simien Mountain with Ethio Backpacker Tours and I can't stop raving about it! They truly went above and beyond to make this once-in-a-lifetime experience unforgettable. Huge thanks to the team for orgaRead more”

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